Our client is seeking a Buyer to join their dynamic team based in Glasgow. This is a hybrid working model - 3 days office based- 2 days home based. The role will be reporting to the Procurement Manager and is responsible for the sourcing and procurement of Goods and Services to meet the needs of the business in line with the Company Procurement Strategy. Job Purpose: To perform all tasks involved in the formation and administration of purchase orders Job Role ● Work in a cross functional team to coordinate bidders' queries and select the successful supplier. ● Negotiation with key suppliers for discounts, savings and advantageous terms with selected suppliers. ● Prepare and organise Procurement meetings. ● Responsible for Commercial Bid Tabs and commercial recommendations. ● Prepare and maintain Purchase Orders. ● Where possible establish Framework/Supplier Agreements ● Work with the Project team in the management of key suppliers, ensuring performance improvement and risk mitigation. ● Expedite orders and have the skills at identifying issues and proactively propose solutions. ● Contribute to the Company's Procurement KPIs. ● As required, support in the Procurement Manager with contract terminations, claims and disputes. ● Support the invoice approval process. ● Conduct a closeout review/score card of the order/supplier's performance. ● Support the logistic team. ● Undertake any other duties that may be required from time to time, in line with company objectives. ● Ensure adherence to the Health and Safety policies and procedure. Capabilities/Competencies ● Strong administrative skills and the ability to work with robust procedures and controls. ● Experience in working in cross functional teams in a project procurement environment. ● Attention to details throughout the Purchase Order process. ● Process excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. ● Strong communication skills ● Manage change ● Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and throughout the business’s internal teams ● Proficiency in various ERP systems and the ability to learn new systems as required. Experience in Latis, IFS and Google suits would be an advantage. ● Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities. ● Adherence to ethical standards in procurement practices and financial transactions. ● Self-motivated individuals who can demonstrate commitment to set tasks ● Efficiently managing time to meet project deadlines. ● Enthusiastic with an aspiration to build a career in Procurement. Essential Professional Qualities ● Educated to degree level in a relevant subject or equivalent ● Previous project procurement experience ● International Procurement experience ● Ability to travel at short notice ● Excellent written and verbal communicator at all levels ● Professionally competence ● Strong numerical and data analysis skills Desirable Professional Qualities ● CIPS qualification or working towards a CIPS qualification ● Oil and Gas or Heavy Industry experience Essential Personal Qualities ● Prepared to work both independently and as part of a team ● Good attention to detail ● Ability to work on their initiative ● Self-motivated individuals who can demonstrate commitment to the tasks entrusted to them